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Tack and Equipment

7 Warning Signs of Poor Saddle Fit

Poor saddle fit can cause pain and trauma, which often manifest as a training issue or poor performance. Joyce Harman,…

11 years ago

Is Your Western Saddle the Right Size for You?

At first glance the saddle of cowboys doesn’t appear to be a precision instrument. But despite its rustic appearance there…

11 years ago

Find the Right Bit for Your Horse

  No piece of equipment is a substitute for training, rider experience, and time, but the right bit in your…

11 years ago

How to Break in Your Tall Boots

  Breaking in tall boots can be a pain—literally. The backs of rider’s knees and ankles are especially susceptible to…

11 years ago

How to Fit a Bosal

The hackamore is a viable alternative to the bit that can be particularly beneficial when riding a young horse with…

11 years ago

HorseChannel’s Online Bit Guide: Dexter Ring Bit

Dexter Ring Bit: This bit is a combination of a chifney with a snaffle bit and is most often seen…

12 years ago

HorseChannel’s Online Bit Guide: Gag Bit

A gag bit contains a rope or rolled leather cheek piece that slides through the bit ring when the rein…

12 years ago

A Bit of Advice from Gina Miles

Selecting the correct bit is one of the most important parts of training your horse and bringing out his best…

12 years ago

Online Tack and Horse Equipment Guide: Crocheted Ear Bonnets

Crocheted ear bonnets (also called “ear hoods”) first became popular in the world of show jumping. Grand prix riders, competing…

12 years ago

Online Tack and Horse Equipment Guide: Baby Pad

Baby pads aren’t for baby horses. They’re thin rectangles of cotton (about 32” x 28”) that fit between your horse’s…

12 years ago